Spreading panic, hundreds of Maoist terrorists launched multiple coordinated attacks in a key Midwestern town bordering India in Nepal. The terrorists attacked banks, police stations, prisons, police training centers, and a Royal Nepal Army company in Nepalgunj often referred to as the second best fortified town after Katmandu. Four terrorists, two soldiers, a policeman, and a civilian (said to be Indian) are reported casualties in this incident. Despite Maoist attacks and threats and opposition boycott, King Gnanendra plans to hold district levels in Nepal on Feb 8. The seven party alliance seeking restoration of democracy has called for a “bundh” (shutdown) on Thursday.